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Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Comparison - Dog breed selector: Swamp Poodle or Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund or Golden Flat Coat? Find the right dog for you

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Name Boykin Spaniel German Shorthaired Pointer Golden Retriever
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Swamp Poodle
Boykin
Deutscher Kurzhaariger Vorstehhund
Kurzhaar
Deutsch Kurzhaar
GSP Dog
Golden Flat Coat
Yellow Retriever
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Which is the smallest dog, Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
Medium Large
Medium
Large
Weight
Which is heavier, Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or German Shorthaired Pointer? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever weight comparison:
25-40 pounds (11-18 kg) Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 45-60 pounds (20-27 kg) Male: 60-80 pounds (27-36 kg), Female: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
32.5 pounds (14.5 kg) Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 52.5 pounds (23.5 kg) Male: 70 pounds (31.5 kg), Female: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever height comparison:
15-18 inches (38-46 cm) Male: 23-25 inches (59-64 cm), Female: 21-23 inches (53-58 cm) Male: 22-24 inches (56-61cm), Female: 20-22 inches (51-56 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
16.5 inches (42 cm) Male: 24 inches (61.5 cm), Female: 22 inches (55.5 cm) Male: 23 inches (58.5 cm), Female: 21 inches (53.5 cm)

Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1000 $600-$800 $1000-$2000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
Very frequent: The Boykin Spaniel is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The German Shorthaired Pointer is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Golden Retriever is quite easy to get.

Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Very smart: German Shorthaired Pointer is an excellent dog breed.
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Outstanding: Golden Retriever is one of the brightest dog breeds.
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Trainability
Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever trainability comparison.
Boykin Spaniel dogs are easy to train.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are very easy to train.
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Golden Retriever dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average watchdogs.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average watchdogs.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average defenders.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average defenders.
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Golden Retriever dogs are average defenders.
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Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Trainable
Eager
Companionable
Intelligent
Affectionate
Trainable
Bold
Cooperative
Boisterous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trustworthy
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever?
High: Boykin Spaniel dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Average to High: German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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High: Golden Retriever dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever social needs comparison:
Boykin Spaniel dogs need for social interaction is average.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Boykin Spaniel is strong enough to escape from home.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Golden Retriever dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Boykin Spaniel dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Golden Retriever dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever playfulness comparison:
Average: Boykin Spaniels, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a highly playful breed.
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The Golden Retriever is a highly playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever?
Average: The Boykin Spaniel barks occasionally.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Golden Retriever rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
Very house-friendly dog the Boykin Spaniel breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the German Shorthaired Pointer breed.
It is not recommended to keep the Golden Retriever breed in the home.

Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Boykin Spaniel dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Golden Retriever dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Golden Retriever dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Boykin Spaniel bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

German Shorthaired Pointer bite force: Ordinary.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Golden Retriever bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Boykin Spaniel has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The German Shorthaired Pointer has a low chance of biting somebody.

Moderate

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever mouthiness comparison:
Boykin Spaniel dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Golden Retriever dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever health comparison. Which is the healthier: Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever?
The Boykin Spaniel is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
German Shorthaired Pointers are commonly healthy dogs.
Golden Retrievers are commonly healthy dogs.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever health problems comparison:
Hypothyroidism
Heart Problems
Elbow Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Entropion
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Cardiomyopathy
Pannus
Gastric Torsion
Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)
Lymphedema
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bloat
Epilepsy
Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondrosis Dissecans
Hemangiosarcoma
Osteosarcoma
Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Boykin Spaniel should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Rare
The German Shorthaired Pointer should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Golden Retriever should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Life Expectancy
Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever lifespan comparison. How long do Boykin Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer and Golden Retriever breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Boykin Spaniel: 15 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of German Shorthaired Pointer: 13 years
10-12 years
The average lifespan of Golden Retriever: 11 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever energy level comparison:
Boykin Spaniel dogs are high-energy dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are high-energy dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Boykin Spaniel dogs need a lot of exercises.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs need a lot of exercises.
Golden Retriever dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
Boykin Spaniel dogs don't need too much sleep.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs don't need too much sleep.
Golden Retriever dogs don't need too much sleep.

Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
2 to 3 cups of a high-quality dog food a day. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 3 to 4 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Boykin Spaniel's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average: The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Golden Retriever breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever coat comparison:
Feathered Dense Silky
Wavy
Shiny
Straight
Colors
What are the original Boykin Spaniel, German Shorthaired Pointer and Golden Retriever color?
Brown Black
White
Liver
Roan
Copper
Golden
Light
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever grooming comparison:
Average: The Boykin Spaniel requires average grooming effort.
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Effortless: The German Shorthaired Pointer requires minimal grooming.
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Average: The Golden Retriever requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or {name3 shedding:
Boykin Spaniel dogs shed moderately.
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German Shorthaired Pointer dogs shed moderately.
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Golden Retriever dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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2-3 weeks
Frequent. This breed has high-maintenance hair and may require a bath every 2-3 weeks.
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Hypoallergenic
Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever?

Medium

The Boykin Spaniel has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The German Shorthaired Pointer has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Golden Retriever has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Boykin Spaniel is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The German Shorthaired Pointer is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency.
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The Golden Retriever drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are generally with other pets.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Golden Retriever dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Which dog is more friendly?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Golden Retriever dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards cats.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever?
Boykin Spaniel dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Golden Retriever dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever?
Yes
Boykin Spaniel dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
German Shorthaired Pointer dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Golden Retriever dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Boykin Spaniel is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
German Shorthaired Pointer is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Golden Retriever is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Boykin Spaniels are usually recommended for elderly people.
German Shorthaired Pointers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Golden Retrievers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Yes

This breed makes good as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Boykin Spaniel or German Shorthaired Pointer or Golden Retriever? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.

Yes

After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.

Yes

This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever?

Yes

Boykin Spaniel breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Not really

German Shorthaired Pointer breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Yes

Golden Retriever breed usually likes being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Boykin Spaniel and German Shorthaired Pointer and Golden Retriever have?
5-7 puppies 7-12 puppies 5-10 puppies

Boykin Spaniel vs German Shorthaired Pointer vs Golden Retriever Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Sporting breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1925 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section. Recognized by FCI in the Retrievers - Flushing Dogs - Water Dogs group, in the Retrievers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Kennel Club
Canadian Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
Australian National Kennel Council
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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